Thanksgiving

It is hard to believe that Thanksgiving has come and gone and Christmas is quickly approaching. This time of year always seems to make people think of the things they are thankful for. These are just a few things I am thankful for: my husband, my children, our health, a very close and devoted support system, and our jobs and home. Have you thought of the things you are most thankful for this year?

Here is a quick run down of our Thanksgiving. This is a picture of Maddie's Tom Turkey from school that we had to disguise so he would not be eaten on Thanksgiving Day. We decided to have Tom go to the beach and hide away in the sand and sun.

Maddie with her drum and Indian vest she made at school. She was so excited and proud of her artwork.

On Tuesday night, we went to my sister's and had a nice Thanksgiving meal with her and her family. It was nice to spend some time together and play with my nieces and nephew. It is hard to believe how quickly they are growing up.

Then on Thanksgiving Day, we went to Susan and Jimmy's house. Of course, Susan out did herself again this year and we all stuffed ourselves. As you can see in this picture, Tucker came prepared with his shirt untucked.

A picture of the Cox and Hobbs kids on Thanksgiving Day.

We have one more dinner scheduled for tomorrow at Tucker's mother's house. It will be another nice meal with some great family time. I am so thankful that I do not have to work tomorrow. I have spent the last 3 days on call/working and I am looking forward to spending the rest of the Holiday weekend with my family. Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!

Halloween 2009

We had a great Halloween! On Saturday morning, we woke up and went out for breakfast. Then, we came home and carved our pumpkin. I had found several templates on the computer and Maddie picked out a cat. Then, I decided to roast the pumpkin seeds, which were actually really good. Unfortunately, they were a lot of work for such a little reward. But, everyone has enjoyed them. Later that afternoon, we rested and then the kids got dressed and ready for an evening of trick-or-treating with the cousins. We went to our usual stops and then ended the night at Nana's house with chili, hot dogs, and grilled cheese sandwiches. Halloween was a huge success this year and the kids had a blast! After, trick-or-treating, all 5 grand kids spent the night with Granny and Poppy; now that is SCARY!!!!!

Maddie cleaning the pumpkin out. She did a great job, while Nathan watched and tried to keep from vomiting! He was so funny....he kept gagging and would not even touch the insides!
The bat and Hansel

The cutest bat in the world!

Nathan was saying "cheese" very enthusiastically!

My handsome Hansel

The kids posing with our finished masterpiece

Nathan, Granny, and Maddie

Hallie (Bunnacula), Poppy, Audrey (vampire), Nathan (Hansel), Granny, Ruby (Gretel), and Maddie (a bat).The grand kids with Granny

Hansel and Gretel

The Hobbs Crew

Me-Me and the kids along with Alice in Wonderland ( aka: Aunt Kara)

Spooking Susan

Gracie and the gang

Sam posing with the gang. Nathan was getting quite tired of pictures by this time.The Richardson's and the Macy's.......so hilarious!

Nathan making Daddy "scream"

My Maddie-pie

Finally, our last stop of the evening.......Nana's house!!

We hope all of you had a great Halloween....until next year!